Cajun Steak Tips with Cheesy Rigatoni
This Cajun Steak Tips with Cheesy Rigatoni is a simple, bold dish that mixes tender, seasoned steak with creamy, cheesy rigatoni, delivering big flavor in no time.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound Cajun-seasoned steak tips Tender beef chunks seasoned with Cajun spices.
- 12 ounces Rigatoni pasta Cook according to package instructions.
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese Freshly grated for best results.
- 1 cup Cream Heavy cream for a rich sauce.
- 2 tablespoons Butter For sautéing the garlic.
- 3 cloves Garlic Minced for flavor.
- to taste Salt Adjust seasoning as needed.
- to taste Pepper Freshly ground for best flavor.
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil For cooking the steak tips.
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook rigatoni pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add Cajun-seasoned steak tips and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, add butter and minced garlic, cooking until fragrant.
- Stir in cream and bring to a simmer. Add Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and combined.
- Add the cooked rigatoni and steak tips to the sauce, mixing well to coat.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot and enjoy your comforting Cajun dish.
Notes
Don’t overcook the steak; it cooks quickly and remains tender when removed promptly. Use freshly grated Parmesan for a smoother, richer sauce. If the sauce thickens too much, stir in a little pasta cooking water or cream.